A recent forensic report from the Instituto Médico Legal (IML) has indicated that Silva Maria Cândido, a 63-year-old secretary, suffered severe bodily injuries and permanent aesthetic deformity following cosmetic procedures performed by dentist Fernanda Borges da Silva in Ribeirão Preto, SP. The patient underwent facial lifting and cervicoplasty procedures, but less than 24 hours later, she required emergency surgery due to complications. This case highlights serious risks associated with cosmetic procedures, particularly when performed by inadequately qualified practitioners.

Following Silva's complications, four additional women have come forward to file complaints with the local police against Fernanda Borges due to serious post-surgical complications arising from their procedures. The clinic where the dentist operated has been closed since September of the previous year, raising concerns about the regulatory oversight of cosmetic surgery practices in the region. As more patients report adverse effects, this situation underscores the urgent need for stricter regulation in the field of aesthetic treatments.

EPTV, an affiliate of TV Globo, attempted to reach out for comment from the dentist's defense but did not receive a response by the time the article was published. The growing number of complaints points to a disturbing trend in the cosmetic surgery industry, particularly affecting vulnerable populations seeking aesthetic enhancements. Without adequate responses from medical professionals and regulatory authorities, patients may continue to face significant health risks and enduring consequences from cosmetic interventions.